Lobuche Peak via Gokyo Chola Pass EBC

Hotel Lunch/Dinner

According to your arrival time, our representative will be there to greet you at the airport. You will then be taken to the respective hotel, where you check-in. After a short rest and time to freshen up, we will then show you Thamel – one of the busiest tourist areas. You can look up for ATMs, money changer, shops, retailers, gears or any other necessities that you require. You will then be taken to our office for tour briefing. Overnight will be spent at the hotel. Delay on flight will postpone the schedule for next feasible day.

Hotel Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

You start your day with yummy breakfast and proceed for the tour. We will show your two different religious/cultural sights – Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa.

Pashupatinath Temple: Known to be a space devoted to lord Shiva, a Hindu deity, Pashupatinath temple is one of the most famous destinations for Hindu pilgrims. Bagmati river – revered to be a holy river – where Hindu dead body are cremated is another attraction of the tour. It is a UNESCO world cultural heritage site and is famous for the celebration of Shivaratri”, which falls in between the stretch of February-March.

Boudhanath stupa: The stupa is one of the largest monuments of its form in Nepal. It is located in the eastern Kathmandu and stands with four pair of eyes keeping track of four directions of the city. The holy and serene environment will definitely leave you relaxed and calm. It is believed to be inspired by Mahayana philosophy. The completion of short tour will leave you with plenty time to prepare for your journey towards Everest Base Camp. Night will be spent at hotel.

3.5 Hours Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

We drive you to domestic airport early morning for a flight to Lukla. A flight of 30 mins flying over Nepal’s mid-hills and mountains parallel to the Himalayan ranges will be an amazing adventurous experience on its own. Landing on an airstrip of a beautiful town Lukla – gateway to the Everest trek, you will stop for a short while to fix your luggage, meet with crew members, and have a cup of tea/coffee to start the day. You then walk on a gently sloped landscape towards Phakding and spend your night at a local lodge in the bank of beautiful Dudh Koshi river.

5 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

The second day of your trek will be an exciting yet challenging walk and informative as well since you enter the Sagarmatha National Park. The first part of the walk is beautiful along the Dudh Koshi river in the pine and deodar cedar forest with couple of small settlements. As you approach just below the ridge of Namche, you cross the highest hanging bridge – hold your breath if you suffer from Acrophobia or Gephyrophobia. For the last part, you walk steep two to three hours uphill in the pine forest to reach Namche Bazaar. It used to be a trading post for Tibetan and Nepali merchants who cross over the high Himalayan pass called Nang Pa La pass (5,806 m/ 19,050 ft). Early trans-Himalayan trading place, Namche still holds its prominence for local market place.You spend two nights in this town.

1-5 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

On this day, you hike around Namche Bazar and get yourselves accustomed to the altitude differences you will be facing. To be more than sure about your health we recommend climbing further up to Everest view Hotel – provides a beautiful view of the mountain range including Mt. Everest. On your way up, you pass small airstrip of Syangboche (3,780 m/12,402 ft) – the highest altitude airstrip in Nepal which is not permitted for commercial flights. The hilltop above Syangboche provides first view of magical Himalayan range including Taboche Peak (6,367 m/ 20,889 ft), Lhotse (8,516 m/ 27,940 ft), Peak- 38 and Ama Dablam (6,812 m/ 22,349 ft), Thamserku (6,608 m/21,680 ft) and others. While at Khumjung (3,780 m/12,401 ft), you can visit the Hillary School – high school built by Sir Edmund Hillary who reached the summit of Mt. Everest at first in 1953. Lunch in one of the tea houses in Khumjung. You can visit Khunde where Hospital under Hillary trust is serving to local Sherpas.

6.5 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

After breakfast, you walk through the most beautiful gentle to reach Kyangjuma from where the trail forks and we take the upper one to Gokyo Valley. The lower one leads directly to the Everest Base Camp. The trail to Mongla is beautiful and gentle uphill. On your way up to Mong La you can witness amazing views of mountains. and then descend to Phortse Thanga. The trail down to Tenga is beautiful in the Rhododendron Forest – those blooms in Spring. You can see various wildlife here including Himalayan Thar, Deer, Himalayan Monal and others.From Phorsethanga Uphill and soem gradul wlak to Dole for overnight stay in the lodge in Phortse Tenga.

5 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

You can enjoy morning panoramic view of Thamserku and Kantanga at the back side. Dole onwards it is barred alpine region without tree. Lunch at Lapharma and pass small pastureland at Luza to reach Machhermo. Being located near the glacial stream, this place is cold but cozy. You can visit a temporary clinic to know about altitude sickness operated by Himalayan Rescue Association. You spend the night at a local lodge.

5.5 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

As soon as we leave Machhermo and climb short steep stretch to the Chorten located atop, the view of mountains are magnificent. Every second of our hard trek will prove worth it given the scenic pleasure we get to witness. We then make our way to Pangka – a place where rather sad incident of avalanche killed more than 40 people in 1995. After we reach the river bed, we pass Ngozumba glacier on our right then we climb up and reach the first lake of Gokyo. Taking an inspiration and walking further will take us to the mesmerizing third lake of Gokyo passing second lake on our way. We spend the night at valley of Gokyo in a local lodge.

6-7 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

We begin our day with a challenging climb through the rocky trail of Gokyo Ri. From the top we get to experience the most mesmerizing mountain view including three eight thousanders peaks Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu, Cho Oyu and other surrounding peaks. After the Gokyo Ri, we then walk cross huge Ngozumba glacier – the longest Himalayan glacier – which takes about two hours to cross. We spent our night at the local lodge in Thagnak.

8-10 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Your big day starts with the pre-dawn/early morning walk. The weather to be considered to start the trek. Hiking to the Base Camp of Cho La pass is easy with gradual uphill in the gentle slope. From Base Camp, you need to climb the steepest route on this trek and complete the Cho La Pass. The trekking is physically demanding as you must then descend down the rocky trail to Dzongla which is pretty long. Rest for the day at Dzongla in a local lodge.

4 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

This day we walk for a short period of time. We walk observing all the sights and mountains a visible and redeem our energy which was lost the day before from tiresome walk. Our walk to the yak pasture of Lobuche is filled with views of panoramas. The views of the mountains will never get tiring, once we reach Lobuche we rest for the day and spend our night at the local lodge.

6-7 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

After very early breakfast your another big day begins. You set for Everest Base Camp ! The beginning of the trail is beautiful in gentle slope with view of the mountains. You walk in the moraines parallel to Khumbu Glacier which is visible from near to Gorakshep – small town where you are sleeping for tonight – on the right side. Once you reach Gorakshep, eat some meal and get ready for the Base Camp. The trail is winding in the glacial moraines and on the rocks. the base camp from where you take a closer look of Khumbu glacier and can even walk crossing it. The view of Mt. Everest from Base Camp is not much clear though. This Base Camp located in the southern face is used by the expeditions. If you reach here in March -May, you will see hundreds of colorful tents by climbers. You will then return back to Gorakhshep after spending some time at the Base Camp. Stay at the lodge in Gorakhshep for the night.

5 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

You start the thrilling day at pre-dawn by climbing Kalapatthar .You will catch the sunrise over the Himalayan peaks if your pace and health help you. Kalapatthar offers 3600 views of the mountains including the tallest Mt. Everest, Lhotse face, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Taboche, Cholatse, Lobuche East and Pumori. Enjoy your climb which is worth doing. After this climb down to your lodge. After breakfast be ready for the walk back to Lobuche. Overnight at local lodge at Lobuche.

3-4 hrs Tented Camp Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

After breakfast, we will start our walk towards the base camp of Lobuche peak. We will be walking through the rocky and rugged trail. After some walk, we will be crossing the Lobuche glacier from where you will get an awesome vista of Mt. Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Thamserku, Kantenga, and other mountains. We will be there at the base camp after crossing the glacier and we will set up our camp for our overnight. Overnight at the tented camp.

4 hrs Tented Camp Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

After breakfast, we will walk towards Lobuche High Camp following the the path through the rocky moraine before getting to the High Camp. Upon reaching the Hihg Camp, we will prepare our camp and We acclimate to the atmosphere and surroundings and carefully make our way up to climb the peak. When we get at the high camp, we pitch our tents and overnight at tents.

10 hrs Tented Camp Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

We will be summiting the Lobuche Peak today which has been waited for anxiously. We will start our climbing 2-3 at moring. . The path is rocky initially, but our guide and staff will help you to continue your path. We will be climbing using the ropes and various climbing equipment to make our way. We will be welcomed by mind-blowing panoramic views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Cholatse and various other peaks at the peak. We will explore around for some time at the summit and make our way back to base camp. Overnight at the tented camp in Lobuche Base Camp.

Tented Camp Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Today is an extra day for contingency (possible delays, unforeseen circumstances) on our climbing journey.

6 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

After breakfast, we will start our walk towards Pangboche. After crossing Lobuche, we will be passing through the Pheriche which leads us towards Pangboche. We will be passing through the subalpine rhododendron and juniper trees forest to reach Pangboche. Overnight at the local lodge at Pangboche.

6 hrs Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

After breakfast, we will be walking towards the Namche Bazzar passing through the rhododendron forest and juniper trees. We will cross the Dudh Koshi river and follow the Dudh Koshi Gorge descending through the rich Pine Forest. We will continue our walk through the wooded slope with several bends and we will be there at Namche. Overnight at the local lodge.

7-8 Hours Lodge Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

After delicious breakfast at Namche, we will be walking towards Lukla. we will be walking through the steep, rugged terrains crossing many suspension bridges. We will be passing through the open plains, rhododendron and pine forest with some glimpse of snow covered peak. Upon reaching Lukla, we will check into our lodge and overnight at the lodge.

Hotel Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

We take a thrilling flight to Kathmandu. The flight will bring changes in air and leave mountain fresh air back, but you get to rest your body after a long trek. You will get good food after weeks of limited optioned meal in the Himalayas. We transfer you to hotel and leave you for the day to explore nearest market and relax. You will spend the night at hotel.

Hotel Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Kathmandu city stands with a century long history of markets, trading spots, various arts, buildings with architectural and cultural affluences. On your last day, you will be exploring the local markets of Asan, Indrachowk and Newroad, only to discover the historic and cultural identity of this beautiful city. You will then visit Kathmandu Durbar Square; centre to accumulate Kathmandu’s architectural prominence. Here, you will experience an unique culture of “living goddess”, visiting her temple could make your trip informative and exhilarating given the cultural differences. After this eventful day, you will spend your night at the hotel and prepare for the departure next day.

Breakfast

You will be dropped off at the Kathmandu International Airport as per your flight schedule. This marks your last day in Nepal, our representative will bid you final good bye.